iOS 8 keyboards guide

Not every user is using the iOS keyboardreally satisfied in iOS 8. And so there are of various third-party manufacturers in iOS 8 alternatives to Apple’s native keyboard. For this to be completely secure and easy to use, Apple’s keyboards have certain restrictions (and can not deliver input over a network) – but users can bypass it and allow full access, allowing developers to better fix errors. Third-party keyboards for iPhone and iPadfrom well-known developers are a safe alternative and leave at least some room for customization in iOS 8.

Simple, practical and simple

The keyboard Go Keyboardis a pretty simple alternative to the keyboard of iOS. By design, this keyboard looks a bit more tightly to Android and edgier – the design, however, users can also customize their own taste on different themes. In addition, the keyboard can be adjusted in width and height, so that even users with smaller and larger fingers can use their screen optimally. Different text editing features also help you type faster in iOS and also allow for error-free and fast typing on the iPhone. In addition, there are new emoticons and Keyboard Go is free. Only through in-app purchases additional features can be purchased.

Do not type anymore, just swipe

On Android SwiftKey is already an established alternative to the classic keyboard, now this keyboard is also available for iOS users. SwiftKey does not look all that different in the first place, but the trick is its use: With SwiftKey, users no longer need to type every single letter, but can simply swipe from key to key. Many third-party keyboards have mimicked this, but none has the experience and precision of SwiftKey. Useful is especially on the iPhone, the significantly larger keyboard of the iPad, however, makes the swipe from key to key more cumbersome than the actual typing.

Swype – The keyboard of the T9 inventor

In the meantime, many younger mobile phone users will no longer remember T9. But one day, this technique enabled faster typing on numeric keyboards. Inventor Cliff Kushler developed the technology (which is also used by SwiftKey) and Swype not only makes it practical, but also customizable through different themes. Users will appreciate this, especially those who like it colorful – but as with Swiftkey, this keyboard is designed for iPhones rather than iPads.

Tap at record speed – thanks Fleksy

The iOS 8 keyboard Fleksy is the fastest keyboard in the world even in the Guinness Book of Records. Very impressive, because especially the suggestion function of the app is in the foreground. For example, the keyboard tries to estimate what the user wants to communicate to his counterpart before entering it. The keyboard can be enlarged or customized via themes, there are different emoji keyboards and overall Fleksy not only works in different languages, but also with various layouts.

Tell in colorful pictures

In addition to classic letters, GIF keyboards have also become a means of visual communication in recent years Smartphoneestablished to smartphone. Of course PopKey is first and foremost a keyboard that allows users to write normally, but a Favorites bar gives access to animated GIFs. These small video snippets enable you to communicate easily and simply. Hundreds of GIFs are available for selection and the collection is constantly being expanded.

Turn one into two: Blink Keyboard

Those who prefer typing in the horizontal screen will probably not be happy with the iOS 8 keyboard. Especially on iPad Mini and iPhone 6S Plus can be quite awkward. This shows the functionality of Blink Keyboard, because horizontally the keyboard can be split over two blocks. In the past, ergonomic desktop keyboards were also designed, and after a short time of getting used to them, it’s also playful when you’re walking. Even in the vertical direction, Blink Keyboard can be adjusted freely and therefore offers a high degree of flexibility, especially in the form factor.

Write individually on iOS 8

These keyboards expand iOS 8 to include some convenience features such as typing, new emoticons, or just better formatting. Thus, the writing experience on the iPhone or iPad can not only be customized, texts can also be made faster and more personal.